A unique take on a meet cute love story. Krystin and Lauren both get spots on the heteronormative dating show, Hopelessly Devoted. They’re both there for the wrong reasons, though.

Krystin is hopeful she’ll get the life she thinks she should have and Lauren only wants to be on the show to boost her social media following. Things get complicated when the sparks start to fly for the two, but certainly not with Josh.

I enjoyed this book overall and do recommend it to those looking for a lighthearted romance with some well written spicy parts. There were times I found it hard to relate to any of the characters, however, and I’m not sure why. I also found some parts to drag on, but know the author was building the tension. I certainly hope to read more by this author in the future, though!

Great for fans of reality dating shows, like the Bachelor, and those who enjoy books in that setting like, The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochran or Love and Other Disasters by Anita Kelly. The novel centers around the fictional dating show, Hopeless Romantic and switches between the POVs of two competitors, Lauren and Krystin, two women from very different backgrounds. The two have distinct voices and motives for wanting to be on the show and as they learn more about each other they both have to question those motives. As the competition gets narrowed down the two women have to come to terms with what they want in life and what they're willing to do to get it, all while hoping that they may have actually found love on the show. The book flows well and is one that readers will want to devour in one read just to find out who ends up together in the end, and for those who are looking for that HEA ending, they won't be disappointed.

Fans of The Bachelor and other reality dating shows will certainly enjoy this one! As a fan of these shows myself I had no problem getting sucked into the world of "Hopelessly Devoted" and all of the drama that came with it. The writing was easy to read and each of the characters had a clear voice.

Krystin is a rodeo queen who has never had a serious boyfriend. Lauren is a closet lesbian with a budding social media career, only looking to further her influence. The two collide as contestants on the show, vying for the affection of the lead, Josh.

Plenty of drama, as only reality TV can offer, but also humor, self discovery and romance. If you're looking for a quick read with some steamy romance you'll love this!

Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy for review.

This was a very cute book. If you're a reality tv junkie like me, you're familiar with The Bachelor. I loved the bachelor similarities! Two women competing for the love of one guy and who end up falling for each other? Sign me up. I'm all for anything sapphic, all the time! This is a debut rom com and I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked it. The behind the scenes bits were perfect. I enjoyed them a lot.

If you liked the book If the Shoe Fits, I definitely recommend this one!

Thank you to Netgalley and Alcove Press. ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.

At first, every characters seemed really unilateral and fake but as the story and the romance bloomed it unveiled a deep story about compulsive heterosexuality. Wished i were hooked from the get go but still a solid debut.

A dream. Interesting concept, had a lot of fun reading it. Really felt bad for Josh cause nobody talked to him.

Plot Overview:
➺ In Here for the Wrong Reasons, we're introduced to Lauren and Krystin, two individuals embarking on the journey of the reality show 'Hopelessly Devoted.' Each with distinct motivations—one seeking love and a future, the other with different aspirations—they find themselves navigating unexpected turns in a tale that cleverly mirrors the unpredictability of real-life romance.

Themes:
➺ LGBT, Lesbian, Queer, Contemporary Romance, Fiction

Thoughts:
➺ As someone more attuned to the wild and trashy rides of MTV dating shows like 'Tila Tequila: A Shot at Love' and 'Rock of Love,' I approached this book with a basic understanding of the reality TV romance genre.
➺ I found Here for the Wrong Reasons to be an incredibly easy read, a perfect palette cleanser for those times when you need a break from heavier themes (fantasy readers amirite?).
➺ However, I grappled with the book's predictability. It was so marked that it bordered on frustrating. This predictability left me wondering—was it an intentional mimicry of the often formulaic nature of dating shows, or was it a lack of narrative innovation on the author's part?

Final Thoughts:
➺ Here for the Wrong Reasons offers a light and enjoyable journey through the world of reality TV romance, with a refreshing focus on LGBT themes. While its predictability might be a letdown, it remains a decent read for fans looking for an uncomplicated, feel-good story. A god choice for those in search of a breezy, easy-to-digest narrative.

HERE FOR THE WRONG REASONS a sapphic contemporary romance that will surely please fans of The Bachelor and The Charm Offensive

4.5 Stars
I loved this book. It was amazing from the getgo. It was funny, emotional, and not to mention spicy! I loved it so much!

[free ecopy in exchange for an honest review- NetGalley UK]


3.30⭐️
So, it was good.

We follow two contestants in tv a show, but instead of falling for the guy, they fall for each other.

It was cute once they are closer, the beginning was a little slow. I did feel some chemistry even though I wished there were more scenes between Lauren and Krystin.
The lack of communication was a little annoying but it can be understandable as they are rivals.

I always wanted to read this sapphic /lesbian trope : I’m falling for the rival instead of the “bachelor”.
I really liked how it was kinda smooth for Krystin to realize that she liked Lauren more than Josh. And her “slow”realization that she might be into men.

Honestly, I wouldn’t have the courage to speak in front of a live audience, especially not these “cheesy” discourses. I know it’s farfetched but it was okay. I would have loved an epilogue more detailed abt them.

I don’t honestly know if I would re read this book (we can never say never) but it lacks some depth on some part :
- the tension between contestants that are together for weeks, but maybe it’s not that bad, it would have been boring.
- the fact that K & L are having a relationship in secret, I would have loved more drama (I know …)
- scenes with Josh, they are rather superficial :/
- at some moment, K & L were not behaving like adults, more in a childish way

Positives aspect :
- the fact that krystin thinks that only a man can fit in her life despite not having chemistry or else, it shows a little how compulsory het can impact
- and experiencing with her that she is a lesbian, or that she needs to figure it out
- the variety of characters and personalities
- how Josh was not a total jerk (lol)
- well written
- lesbians (obvi)
- HEA
- I may want drama but I enjoyed it bc it was not too heavy with it…

But overall, it was well written, a lesbian love story and an enjoyable reading !!

Thank you to Alcove and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

I would recommend if you're looking for (SPOILERS)

-f/f contemporary romance
-dating show shenanigans
-fake dating elements
-queer exploration

Gosh I had fun reading this one. The saphic dating romance we all need, where the contestants fall in love with each other rather than the boring bachelor. The chemistry, sexual exploration, and just messiness just pulls your right in. Lauren and Krysten both had their (wrong) reasons for getting on the dating show and it was fun to watch them just fall for each other entirely accidentally after not starting in a great place.

I cannot wait to see what Annabel and Lydia write next!

Get ready for a rom-com tailor-made for Bachelor Nation where the captivating premise mirrors The Bachelor but with a delightful sapphic twist.

The story unfolds within the confines of the reality show Hopelessly Devoted, featuring a "Beau" and 30 "Devotees" seeking love. The parallels with The Bachelor are uncanny, from the suspenseful "String Cutting Ceremony" to the coveted group date ribbon. Exotic locales, extravagant dates, hometown visits, and the inevitable drama within the contestant house - the book nails every hallmark of a dating show. Of course, there's even a fake injury cutting a group date short, adding a touch of reality TV flair.

Our two main characters, Krystin and Lauren, find themselves in the midst of the show's whirlwind. Krystin, a rodeo queen from Montana, genuinely hopes to find her future husband in the Beau, Josh. Meanwhile, Lauren, solely attracted to women, enters the competition with ulterior motives, aiming for social media fame and corporate sponsorships. Her plan is to make it far enough and then gracefully bow out just before hometowns.

As sparks fly between the girls, the narrative explores their confusion. Krystin grapples with her sexuality, while Lauren, accustomed to hook-ups, questions the authenticity of her feelings. The intertwining of their personal journeys adds depth to the book, making it a delightful and engaging read for fans of reality TV romance.

I could not finish enough of this book to be able to leave a comprehensive review, but I hope it finds its audience and I am grateful to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy.

Krystin and Lauren are two contestants on a dating show called Hopelessly Devoted to compete for Josh. Instead of falling for him, they fall for each other.

Here is the catch for me. There was a lot of side info to read in this book mostly bios and comments from the other contestants. Problem was I did not care about any of them. None of them were interesting, some even seemed a caricature. Yes, some of those you can find on these dating shows but I was here for Lauren and Krystin's connection.

Which brings me to my next issue, maybe I missed something behind the scenes (that were not in the book) but I missed some of the growing tension and feelings between these two. The first kiss was there out of the blue and even though we do get a lot of Lauren's inner monologues, I wish I had some more of Krystin's.

I know it takes a lot to put together the perfect setting and dating shows have a lot of things going on at the same time so if you don't ind all the extra things about the show then this is a book for you.

An ARC was given to me by Netgalley in return for an honest review.

This was a cute sapphic rom-com using the premise of two girls competing on a show called Hopelessly Devoted which is exactly like The Bachelor but instead of falling for the guy they're supposed to be competing for, they fall for each other instead.

I personally love a good behind the scenes of Hollywood type premise. I eat them up. So if you're a fan of lesbian romance and watch reality TV, don't hesitate to pick this one up. It was a super easy light read that I happily went to bed early for so that I could continue to read it while snuggled under the covers.

The author did a nice job with flushing out each character and I enjoyed how the book was put together where it bounced back and forth with cast interviews, behind the scenes while shooting, the down time and ....the spice! The ending was predictable but I wouldn't have wanted it any other way.

Thank you to NetGalley and Alcove Press for granting my request to get an ARC so that I may share my honest feedback and review!

This was a cute sapphic romance for all of my bachelor girlies! After devouring Never Even Getting Back Together by Sophie Gonzalez, I saw this set up and had to try it. While maybe not as great as Gonzalez's, I thoroughly enjoyed this addictive, funny, romance.

Here for the Wrong Reasons is a sweet, if formulaic, queer romance. Set during the filming of a ‘Bachelor’ style reality tv show, chapters alternate between Lauren, confident influencer here to launch her career, and Krystin, rodeo queen country gal.

Lauren and Krystin find themselves drawn to each other while competing to win the heart of Josh, the hapless ‘Romantic’ who is the seasons lead. There is a journey of self discovery and growth for both women as they attempt to hide their burgeoning relationship from the producers, contestants, Josh and themselves.

Overall, as someone who enjoys reality tv as a guilty pleasure, I enjoyed the story and it was a nice light read to wind down with over a couple of nights.

The conversations in this book felt like they were right out of The Bachelor. I found myself reading excerpts to my roommates because I was so surprised by how precisely the author had captured it - like a bachelor episode in writing. I think the book would be great for Bachelor fans who haven't read something similar, but having already read Sophie Gonzales' 'Never Ever Getting Back Together', I did feel like I was reading a pretty similar plot to a story I'd already read and that I connected more with Gonzales' story which had more of a shared history and drama between the characters, whereas in this book we were watching more of a first meeting between the characters and I happen to be someone who connects more with the first option. While I was rooting for the characters and could feel their attraction for each other, I didn't totally connect with how they were driving each other's character growth and story arcs as tertiary characters seemed to be more important to these steps forward than their connections in their relationships at points and the miscommunications between them didn't totally feel resolved to me. Even so, if you love The Bachelor and love a sapphic love story, I still think this is a fun read.

**Thank you to Netgalley and Alcove Press for this ARC in exchange for an honest review**

This was a stunning romp of a sapphic romance, with all the wit and humour to back it up. The characters were interesting and engaging, with clear and beautiful development. The plot was fun, well-paced and interesting enough that there were no dry patches, and the romance was so so fun. It was the perfect balance of emotion and enjoyment.

This was gifted to me by Netgalley & the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

THE SAPPHIC ROM-COM WE ALL NEEDED. Holy freaking cow this was such a fantastic time.

Krystin and Lauren are contestants on a dating show and they are competing to win the heart of Josh. PLOT TWIST, who gives a s*** about Josh. Let's just fall in love with each other? Yes.

This was just the best time and if you like queer books, you need to check this one out!